DRAGON 100

The DRAGON 100 programme was launched in 2002 as a platform for sharing views, generating synergy and providing stimulus for those with potential to work together enthusiastically, sharing a commitment to improve the societies to which they belong. Its name comes from the tradition of using a dragon as a symbol for China and for people of Chinese ethnic origin as “descendants of the dragon.”

2013 DRAGON 100

Theme: Chinese Culture : Continuity and Innovation

Date: 9 August to 17 August 2013

Venue: Hong Kong & Taiwan

Background and Rationale

China has gone through enormous changes and progress in social and economic institutions over centuries and also the migration of her people around the world, yet her culture remains its essence and a common language to let ethnic Chinese identify their origin and get united for any common concern. Taiwan is a typical place of succeeding traditional Chinese culture and also demonstrating vigour to instill new elements to let Chinese culture flourish in different aspects, where delegates will have the opportunity to review and appreciate the cultural heritage in a creative perspective.

Programme Highlights

The Dragon 100 2013 would be the programme’s 10th anniversary. To reunite past participants and create further synergy, a 10th Anniversary Conference and a Reunion Dinner will be held in Hong Kong for D100-2013 delegates and past delegates. During the 4-day Hong Kong programme, delegates will visit to local museums such as Hong Kong Heritage Museum & Hong Kong Museum of History, to learn about the history & culture of Hong Kong, participate in plenary sessions with guest speakers, join focus group discussions on the development of Chinese culture in Hong Kong conducted by relevant resource persons. The 5-day trip in Taiwan will include visits to historical sites & museums, such as the National Palace Museum, sharing and seminars from Cloud Gate Dance Theatre & cultural and education foundation established by large corporations, exchange with university students of Taiwan, and other cultural and social activities.

The Delegation

100 Worldwide Young Chinese leaders

Selection Criteria

• Ethnic Chinese aged from 18-35

• Outstanding academically or professionally;

• Award recipients or are exceptionally talented in a non-academic area, e.g. sports, arts, music or other forms of creativity;

• A consistent record of involvement in community service or an outstanding record in extracurricular activities.

Participants will be responsible for

•Round trip airfare between country / place of nomination and Hong Kong

•Visa fees

•Out of pocket expenses

•Travelling / medical insurance (which we strongly urge all participants to purchase)

The foundation is pleased to offer sponsorship for the following:

• Round trip airfare from Hong Kong to Taiwan

• Ground transport in Hong Kong and Taiwan

• Meals and accommodation (as stated in the final itinerary)

For full information please read the brochure here.

To see highlights of previous years click here.

UNSW students who would like to apply must complete the GEP Outgoing application 2013 and submit no later than 9am Wednesday May 22^nd 2013. Selected students will have to complete a seconday application by May 25th 2013.